Greenlee GATOR RK425 Instruction Manual page 7

Operation (cont'd)
Die Selection
Interchangeable dies may be used in the standard die
opening. Dies that may be used include:
• Greenlee KD6 series
• Burndy W and X series
• ILSCO ND series
• Huskie HT58 series
• Panduit CD-2001 series
• Other industry W-type dies
Installing Dies
1. Select the proper dies for the connector to be
crimped.
2. Install dies in jaws making certain that they are
properly secured by the spring-loaded, positive
lock, die buttons.
Preparing Cable
Follow the lug manufacturer's instructions for appropri-
ate cable strip length.
Crimping Direction
First Compression
SIDE A
Crimping Direction
SIDE A
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First Compression
Crimping Direction
SIDE B
First Compression
SIDE B
RK425 Remote Crimping Tool
Crimping Procedure
1. Insert conductor into the connector and align the
tool and die on the connector. Start in the center for
splices and "H" frames; and on the end, nearest the
pad, for terminals.
2. Activate the hydraulic power source until the ram
has advanced and the crimp is completed.
Note: To ensure a complete crimp, verify that the
power source has reached 10,000 psi (700 bar).
Refer to the "Periodic Relief Valve Check" in this
manual.
3. Stop the power source and allow the ram to retract.
4. Continue crimping the connector until the correct
number of crimps has been completed. Work from
the center to the outer edges for splices and "H"
frame connectors, alternating sides if possible, for
the best compression connections.
An incomplete crimp can cause a fire.
Use proper die, connector, and cable combinations.
Improper combinations can result in an incomplete
crimp.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury or death.
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